6 Women in Tech Conferences in 2026 to Watch Out For

6 Women in Tech Conferences in 2026 to Watch Out For

The number of women attending tech conferences remains significantly low, and it’s easy to see why. The reason is largely due to the demographics of tech’s own leadership and technical positions, as many of these positions continue to be dominated by men. As such, since most conferences draw speakers from the same talent pipeline, the disparity is evident in the panels, keynotes, and networking opportunities at these events.

Many organizers nowadays are creating more effective ways to reach out to speakers, creating safer working environments for women in all stages of their careers at conferences. Most important of all, women-led technology groups have been expanding rapidly and that growth is turning into real conference platforms with serious influence.

Women in tech conferences now are more than just about motivation and inspiration. Many are about career outcomes, including hiring, leadership development, startup growth, technical workshops, mentorship programs, industry conversations, and niche fields like cybersecurity, AI, cloud engineering, product design, and data science, which makes them valuable to even experienced professionals who want to hear more than surface-level discussions.

In this guide, we will cover 6 women in tech conferences in 2026 that deserve attention. Some are global, some are regional, and some are rapidly growing.

1. 7th Annual Women In Tech Global Conference

7th Annual Women In Tech Global Conference

The 7th Annual Women in Tech Global Conference 2026 is a virtual first global event that provides a platform for a large community of over 100,000 women and allies in tech to connect. Hosted by the WomenTech Network, the 2026 conference will focus on empowering professionals, leaders and technical innovators through a hybrid model of professional development.

The 2026 summit theme revolves around “Inclusive Innovation & Sustainable Leadership,” focusing on the potential of new technologies such as generative artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, DevOps and Robotics to contribute to an equitable future. 

The 2026 conference is divided into 4 distinct summits to cater to all stages of a tech career:

    • Chief in Tech Summit 
    • AI and Key Tech Summit 
    • Career Growth Summit
    • Startup and Innovation Summit

Date and Venue

    • Date: May 12-15, 2026
    • Location: Primarily held on a global virtual platform with local in-person satellite events at large cities such as Berlin, Hyderabad, New York and Bengaluru.

Tickets and Registration

    • Ally Ticket($69): Access to keynotes, sessions, and virtual networking. 
    • Executive Ticket($549): Includes the Chief in Tech Summit and a 12-month membership.
    • Scholarships: Complimentary passes for students and underrepresented groups via an application process.

Visit the website for more detailed pricing.

2. SWE Annual Conference (WE26)

SWE Annual Conference (WE26)

WE26 is one of the world’s largest conferences for women in engineering and technology, sponsored by the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). The theme of WE26 this year is “Radiate Change.” Thousands of women engineers and technology professionals from across the globe will meet at WE26 to discuss education, research and professional practice.

Attendees at the WE26 conference can participate in technical workshops, high-impact networking events, and a large career fair featuring the best employers from around the world. In addition to their professional growth and opportunities, WE26 provides a strong base for mentoring and advocacy. It allows women to achieve a barrier-free path in the STEM fields and to influence its future through collaboration and mutual inspiration.

Date and Venue

    • Date: November 5-7, 2026
    • Venue: Thomas M. Menino Convention and Exhibition Center, Boston, Massachusetts

Tickets and Registration

Contact SWE to get the detailed pricing and registration info.

3. WiCyS 2026

WiCyS 2026

The 2026 WiCyS conference is the 12th annual flagship event hosted by the Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS) nonprofit organization. As one of the first technical gatherings of its kind, WiCyS 2026 focuses on recruiting, retaining, and advancing women in cybersecurity and has attracted thousands of attendees from academia, government, and industry.

Highlights of the conference:

    • Career fairs 
    • Capture the flag (CTF) competition 
    • Specialized symposia, including leadership and male allyship

The 2026 program will be centered on what we see as the future of cybersecurity and privacy in an AI-driven world, with a specific emphasis placed upon both the challenges and opportunities in this newly defined world of AI.

Date and Venue

    • Date: March 11-13, 2026
    • Venue: Gaylord National Harbor Resort and Convention Center, Oxon Hill, Maryland 

Tickets and Registration

    • General Registration: Registration opened at 10:00 am CT, January 26, 2026, for both member and non-member attendees.
    • Student Attendance: Since students cannot use general registration, students must be accepted into the conference through a scholarship.
    • Scholarship Benefits: Scholarship recipients will have to pay a minimal $50 processing fee (instead of their regular registration cost), and will also receive two nights of shared lodging during the Conference.
    • Virtual Conference: A separate component is scheduled for April 22-23, 2026, with all of the virtual components, including pre-recorded keynote speakers, live presentations and a virtual job fair.

4. Web Summit Rio-Women in Tech

Web Summit Rio-Women in Tech

Web Summit Rio—Women in Tech is a special initiative under one of the world’s largest and most influential technology conferences, addressing the global gender gap in the technology community. The intention of the program is to develop an ecosystem where women are able to network with each other via female founders, investors and engineers to collaborate and build strategic relationships.

In order to achieve the above-mentioned objective, the conference will offer a variety of networking opportunities for women such as curated sessions, mentorship programs and high-level roundtable meetings that will allow women to be heard and promote their innovative solutions.

Date and Venue

    • Date: June 8-11, 2026
    • Venue: Riocentro Exhibition and Convention Center, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Tickets and Registration

    • Women in Tech Tickets: Specialized discounted packages (limited stock) for women.
    • Waitlist: As of early 2026, Women in Tech tickets for the Rio event are officially sold out; interested attendees must join the waitlist for potential restocks.
    • General Attendee: Priced at approximately R$995.
    • Executive Ticket: Priced at approximately R$7,495, including lounge access and fast-tracked registration.
    • Group Offers: Savings of 10%–20% are available for teams booking 5 to 19+ tickets.

5. One Tech World 2026 

One Tech World 2026 

The One Tech World 2026 is a premier global virtual conference organized by WeAreTechWomen and is for women in tech at all levels. The event, centered on creating innovative and inclusive leadership, brings together thousands of people worldwide through its advanced digital platform. One Tech World 2026 has a full agenda featuring 100+ international keynote speakers, many interactive sessions, and multiple technical tracks (AI, Cybersecurity, Data, and Quantum), along with necessary personal growth tracks (well-being, Imposter Syndrome, and Leadership).

The agenda:

    • Stage One(Upskill AI)
    • Stage Two(Everything Tech)
    • Stage Three(Career Development and Leadership)
    • Stage Four(Women’s Stories and Personal Brand)

Date and Venue

    • Date: March 20, 2026
    • Venue: Online (Virtual Conference Platform)

Tickets and Registration

According to the official WeAreTechWomen website, attendance for One Tech World 2026 is completely FREE.

6. Women of the Channel Leadership Summit West 2026

Women of the Channel Leadership Summit West 2026

The Women of the Channel (WOTC) Leadership Summit West 2026, hosted by The Channel Company, will be a top event to help grow women as leaders across the entire tech channel industry. The summit brings together a powerful community of senior executives, rising stars, and entrepreneurs from vendors, distributors, and solution providers to share strategies for professional and organizational growth.

What sets this conference apart is its emphasis on peer-to-peer mentoring, a hallmark of the WOTC Summit that provides attendees with an opportunity to develop long-term collaborations beyond the conference. The WOTC Summit addresses the unique challenges women face in the IT Channel and provides them with the tools, visibility, and collective intelligence needed to drive innovation in today’s rapidly changing digital world. 

Date and Venue

    • Date: May 12-13, 2026
    • Venue: Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, California 

Tickets and Registration

    • Individual Badge Options: Early Bird Rate($1,599) when purchased by March 20. Full Rate($1,699) for registrations made after March 20.
    • Sponsorship Table of 10: $20,500 for a reserved table accommodating ten attendees.
    • Inclusions: All badges provide access to educational content, motivational keynotes, and complimentary meals and receptions.
    • Registration: Available through the official WOTC West event portal.

Final Thoughts

The tech sector has never been static, with new tools emerging regularly and roles changing and evolving at an accelerated rate. Therefore, in addition to the rapid pace of technological advancement, there is a need for spaces that enable and support women’s participation and provide opportunities for collaboration.

The conferences mentioned in this blog offer opportunities to acquire and develop practical technical skills, connect with peers facing similar challenges, and witness the actual growth that can occur in the tech sector. Taking advantage of these opportunities will help you develop the confidence to pursue a successful career in the tech sector that truly represents your ambitions.